Emerging Leaders Award Program

Advancing the careers of female leaders.

Applications open June 8th, 2020

Professional development designed for mid-senior professionals

The Emerging Leaders Award Program provides high-potential women with a unique and valuable professional development opportunity; positioning them for success in their careers by equipping them to compete for progressively senior roles. This eight-month program offers women with five to ten years of capital markets experience, personal and group professional coaching sessions with our esteemed coaching partner.

The program includes:

A personal and professional assessment through the Facet5;

Group coaching sessions;

Skill building sessions, including a panel led by senior leaders in the industry;

Networking opportunities with other mid-senior level career women;

Two individual coaching sessions.

program Eligibility

To be considered for the WCM Emerging Leaders Program, candidates must fulfill the following eligibility criteria:

Candidates must be currently employed in the Canadian Capital Markets (either buy and sell side) and have five to ten years of experience in the industry;

Candidates must be employed at a mid-level position and apply with the support of their firm;

Candidates must be a member of WCM;

Candidates must be employed in Canada.

Candidates must be able to commit to completing the pre-work and be available to attend monthly group sessions over the programs eight-month timeline. Upon selection of program recipients, you will be provided with timelines, requirements and expectations for participation in the program.

Criteria for Selection *Applications will be measured against this criteria*

Demonstrates a commitment to career development as exemplified by the attainment of more advanced roles;

Demonstrates an ability to take leadership roles and overcome obstacles;

Exemplifies the characteristics of business leadership;

Emulates the vision and objectives of WCM.

Application Process

1. Completed Application

2. Current Resume - Please upload in the application survey when prompted.

3. Letter of RecommendationInclude a signed reference letter from a senior level executive at your firm, endorsing your potential for leadership and advancement within the firm and/or industry. The letter of recommendation should be submitted by the individual providing the reference directly to WCM at [email protected].

*Applications will be measured against the criteria*

Key Dates

June 8, 2020: Applications open

July 6, 2020: Applications close

August 2020: Successful candidates are notified

September 2020: Program kick-off

April 2021: Program concludes

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To date, 116 women have completed the Emerging Leaders Award Program and moved on to great successes in their careers.

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The program was excellent, I only wish it was the full year and had more sessions, I thoroughly enjoyed it! Thank you so much